Senior Competition Law Specialist

Placements24; Noord-Kaap; Sur place; ZAR 1 000 000 - 1 600 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Generous annual leave

Professional development opportunities

Modern office facilities

Résumé du poste

Placements24 in Kimberley seeks a Senior Competition Law Specialist to oversee competition law matters across the group. You will provide strategic guidance on mergers, cartel investigations, and abuse of dominance while ensuring regulatory compliance and risk mitigation.

The role requires deep SA competition law expertise, strong advisory and advocacy skills, and the ability to collaborate with M&A, commercial, and regulatory teams.

Qualifications

• An LLB degree or equivalent, admitted as an Attorney or Advocate.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience specializing in competition/antitrust law.
• In-depth knowledge of the South African Competition Act and its application.
• Proven experience in merger control filings, cartel investigations, and abuse of dominance cases.

Responsabilités

• Provide expert legal advice on all aspects of South African competition law, including merger control, cartels, and abuse of dominance.
• Conduct legal reviews of proposed mergers and acquisitions to ensure compliance with notification requirements.
• Advise on the competitive implications of commercial agreements and business practices.
• Manage and conduct internal investigations into potential anti-competitive conduct.
• Prepare and file merger notifications and other applications with the Competition Commission.
• Represent the company in proceedings before the Competition Tribunal and other regulatory bodies.
• Develop and implement competition law compliance programs and training for employees.
• Stay abreast of evolving competition law jurisprudence and regulatory developments.
• Advise on leniency applications and settlement negotiations.
• Liaise with external counsel, industry associations, and regulatory authorities.

Connaissances

Analytical skills

Regulatory compliance

Legal advocacy

Communication skills

Formation

LLB degree or equivalent, admitted as an Attorney/Advocate

Description du poste

About the Role

Our client, a prominent multinational conglomerate with significant operations in Kimberley , is seeking an expert Senior Competition Law Specialist. This vital role will oversee all competition law matters, ensuring compliance with the Competition Act and related regulations across the group's diverse business units. You will be responsible for providing strategic advice on mergers and acquisitions, cartel investigations, abuse of dominance issues, and leniency applications. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of competition law principles, extensive experience in regulatory compliance, and strong analytical and advocacy skills. You will work closely with various departments, including M&A, commercial, and regulatory affairs, to identify and mitigate competition law risks. This is an exceptional opportunity to lead competition law strategy for a major organization and contribute to maintaining a fair competitive landscape. We are looking for a proactive and detail-oriented individual with a strong track record in competition law.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide expert legal advice on all aspects of South African competition law, including merger control, cartels, and abuse of dominance.
• Conduct legal reviews of proposed mergers and acquisitions to ensure compliance with notification requirements.
• Advise on the competitive implications of commercial agreements and business practices.
• Manage and conduct internal investigations into potential anti-competitive conduct.
• Prepare and file merger notifications and other applications with the Competition Commission.
• Represent the company in proceedings before the Competition Tribunal and other regulatory bodies.
• Develop and implement competition law compliance programs and training for employees.
• Stay abreast of evolving competition law jurisprudence and regulatory developments.
• Advise on leniency applications and settlement negotiations.
• Liaise with external counsel, industry associations, and regulatory authorities.

Requirements

• An LLB degree or equivalent, admitted as an Attorney or Advocate.
• A minimum of 7 years of experience specializing in competition/antitrust law.
• In-depth knowledge of the South African Competition Act and its application.
• Proven experience in merger control filings, cartel investigations, and abuse of dominance cases.
• Strong analytical, research, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, with the ability to present complex legal arguments clearly.
• Experience in developing and implementing effective compliance programs.
• Ability to work independently and manage complex regulatory matters.
• Experience in multinational corporations or advising on cross-border competition law is highly desirable.
• High level of professionalism and ethical conduct.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and substantial bonus potential.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund.
• Generous annual leave.
• Opportunities for professional development, including attendance at international competition law conferences.
• Access to specialized legal research databases and tools.
• A challenging and dynamic work environment in Kimberley .
• Career progression opportunities within a leading international conglomerate.
• Employee wellness and support programs.
• Modern office facilities and a professional atmosphere.